Task 2

Please read the excerpts from the texts and select the correct answer according to the given example.

Life Scenarios in the USA

1. Text: The city of Springfield is hosting its annual summer festival, featuring live music, food trucks, and art installations. Residents can participate in a city-wide art competition, where the winner will receive a state-of-the-art tablet and a chance to showcase their work in the local gallery. This event is not only a celebration of local talents but also an opportunity for community members to engage in various cultural activities.

According to the text, it can be inferred that:

b) The festival includes a competition with a tangible reward. a) The art competition is exclusively for professional artists. c) There is no mention of food at the festival.

2. Text: In the state of California, the Energy Conservation Program encourages households to reduce their electricity usage during peak hours by offering discounts on future bills. The program starts next month and will include educational workshops on energy-saving techniques. Participants have reported savings of up to 25% on their energy bills in the past years.

According to the text, we know that:

c) The program only targets businesses. b) Participants must pay a fee to join the program. a) The program includes educational workshops.

3. Text: The new municipal library in downtown Seattle opens with a wide range of facilities, including a 3D printing lab, a digital media zone, and interactive reading sessions for children. Membership is free for all residents, who can also attend guest lectures by renowned authors throughout the year. The library aims to become a hub for digital learning and community engagement.

What information is given in the text?

c) Membership includes a monthly fee for special events. a) The library offers free membership to residents. b) Only children can attend the interactive sessions.

4. Text: A recent initiative in New York encourages residents to grow their own food in urban gardens. The project provides free seeds and gardening tools to participants willing to turn their balconies or rooftops into green spaces. There are also monthly workshops organized by expert gardeners to guide the participants in the process.

The text indicates that:

a) Participants must pay for the gardening workshops. b) The program is only open to people with large gardens. c) The initiative provides free seeds and tools.

5. Text: The Charleston Theater Group is putting on a series of plays this winter, with a special discount for students and seniors. The performances are held in the historic downtown theater and feature both classic and contemporary works. The group also hosts post-performance Q&A sessions with the directors and actors.

From the information given, we can conclude that:

c) The Q&A sessions are held before the performances. b) The theater offers discounts for specific groups. a) Only classic plays are performed.

6. Text: A tech startup in Austin is developing smart home devices that can be controlled via smartphone apps. These devices aim to enhance security, energy efficiency, and user convenience. The startup is conducting a beta test, inviting locals to participate in their homes, offering substantial discounts on the final products for participants.

It can be understood from the text that:

b) Only security features are emphasized in the devices. c) Participants in the beta test receive discounts. a) The devices are currently available in retail stores.

7. Text: Chicago's local government has introduced new cycling lanes and bike-sharing programs to promote environmentally friendly transport. A recent survey shows that 60% of residents now prefer biking to driving within the city. The initiative also includes educational sessions on safe cycling practices.

The text suggests that:

b) The initiative discourages the use of bicycles in the city. c) Only cyclists benefit from educational sessions. a) Biking is becoming more popular than driving in Chicago.

8. Text: An innovative culinary school in Boston is offering a unique course on sustainable cooking, emphasizing the use of locally sourced ingredients and zero-waste techniques. The course, available for both beginners and professional chefs, includes workshops with renowned sustainable chefs and visits to local farms.

According to the text information:

b) The course is open to both amateurs and professionals. a) Only professionals can take the course. c) The course excludes visits to local farms.

9. Text: A community center in Miami offers yoga and meditation classes specifically for teenagers to help reduce stress and improve concentration. The classes are free and led by experienced instructors who volunteer their time. The aim is to provide a supportive environment where teenagers can learn relaxation techniques.

The text confirms that:

b) The classes are limited to adults. a) Only paid classes are offered by the community center. c) The classes offered are free of charge.

10. Text: In Washington D.C., a new policy requires all restaurants to provide nutritional information on their menus, aiming to promote healthier eating habits. Restaurants are given a grace period of six months to implement this change. Evaluations will occur post-implementation to assess compliance and impact on consumer choices.

From the text, it can be deduced that:

b) Only fast-food restaurants are affected by the policy. a) Restaurants have six months to comply with the new policy. c) The policy allows restaurants to choose whether to display nutritional information.